Volvo's ADT upgrade fortifies the industry's position for the following ten years, as stated by Kobie Pruis.
Volvo Debuts into 50-Ton Hauler Category with New ADTs
Volvo has made a significant entry into the 50-ton (45-tonne payload) hauler category with the unveiling of its new articulated dump trucks (ADTs) in southern Africa. The event, held at Babcock's Middleburg, Mpumalanga facility, showcased the New Generation ADTs, which include the A40, A45, and the all-new A50.
The A50, in particular, offers a 10% increase in productivity and 8% greater fuel-efficiency compared to the previous generation A45GFS. This improvement is achieved through a combination of innovative features and design improvements.
One such feature is Volvo Co-Pilot, a real-time payload data provider that helps prevent overloading and minimize carryback. This feature, along with the Volvo drivetrain with Terrain Memory, ensures superb fuel efficiency without compromising on power. The updated models in the range deliver fuel efficiency improvements of up to 15%, thanks to innovations such as a new electronic system and an in-house developed transmission.
The special design focus on operator comfort leads to higher productivity over the full operating cycle. The new cab, with a modern styling and more space for the operator, contributes to this comfort. The new generation of Volvo ADTs is also designed to reduce operator fatigue and physical discomfort, leading to increased productivity, safety, and operator well-being.
Service costs are reduced by up to 6% over 12 000 hours of operation due to simplified servicing, longer change intervals, and easy component access. Babcock's dedicated support teams have made a significant difference, especially when urgent part replacements are required.
Zizwe Opencast Mining, a leading mining contractor, commended the novelty within the New Generation Volvo ADT range. The company, which operates a large fleet of ADTs, all of which are Volvo, believes that the overall technological innovation in the new generation of Volvo ADTs will hold the industry in good stead for the next ten years.
Kobie Pruis, CEO of Zizwe Opencast Mining, attended the grand launch event and brought his management team. Pruis commended the closely-knit relationship between his company and Babcock, highlighting timely and professional customer service, efficient logistics, and clear communication.
Pruis also emphasized the importance of improving fuel efficiency in mining, as demonstrated by the new generation of Volvo ADTs. He stated that this directly translates into lower costs and higher profits.
While the search results do not provide information about which company is behind the South African mining company Zizwe Opencast Mining, the positive response from the mining industry indicates a promising future for Volvo's new haulers. The new software architecture in the new generation of Volvo ADTs enables the equipment to stay up-to-date with cutting-edge technology, ensuring that Volvo remains at the forefront of the mining industry.
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